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Kyle vs Kyla

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Kyle

Girl #4,550 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"narrow strait, channel"

Origin: Scottish Gaelic caol

Cultural Roots

Scottish Irish English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#4,550
Total SSA Count
31
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Kyle Rank #4,550
Kyla Rank #21,817

Kyle is more popular, ranked #4550 vs #21817 for Kyla.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kyle or Kyla more popular?

Kyle is more popular, ranked #4550 compared to Kyla at #21817 in the United States.

What do Kyle and Kyla mean?

Kyle means "narrow strait, channel" (Scottish Gaelic caol origin).

Are Kyle and Kyla boy or girl names?

Kyle is primarily a girl name. Kyla is primarily a boy name.

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